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Big Bowl

60 E Ohio St, Chicago, IL 60611-2702 (Near North Side)
312-951-1888
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Ranked #103 of 7,764 restaurants in Chicago
Cuisines: Asian, Chinese, Thai, Vegetarian
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Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Groups
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
Dining style: Casual Dining
Neighbourhood: Near North Side
Cross street: Ohio & Rush
Transit: The red line stops at Grand and State which is only a few minute walk to Big Bowl.
Description: Big Bowl is a pioneering Asian restaurant, vibrant in design and cuisine that offers the latest authentic Chinese and Thai food. Using market-fresh ingredients, Big Bowl’s signatures include “dim sum-sized” appetizers that encourage sharing, Pad Thais, seafood, some truly hot & spicy food, and fresh made ginger ale. Diners from singles to family-style parties, end the meal as they began, with a sampling of “dim sum” desserts.Located in the heart of River North.
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Middlesbrough
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18 reviews 18 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
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12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2013 NEW

Visited twice on our recent stay in Chicago. Although it does not look aything special from the outside, the interior decoration and the friendliness of the welcome were exceptional. We received a free taster as we were new to the retaurant. The dim sum starters were very tasty as was my szechuan beef. The food is simply cooked and I... More

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London
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82 reviews 82 reviews
39 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2013 NEW

Really convenient to our hotel - it was raining hard and we fancied some asian food. I thought the dumplings were amazing and my pad thai really good. Other food coming out of the open kitchen looked good and the ingredience on display were fresh. Quick and helpful service

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London
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW

Friendly welcome, our server explained the menu as it was our first time. We were lucky to be given a tester of the Duck Rolls, as it was our first visit. Wide choice of meals and drinks, including the special Strawberry Sangria which was lovely. Choice of Chinese or Thai dishes, or choose your own stir-fry bar - with local... More

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Chicago, Illinois
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 June 2013

I could have gotten this version of "Asian" food up the block where the cook is an old Latino guy. Little imagination, salty - as in too much soy sauce - and, well, the food simply did not taste good. My advice, for what it's worth, is stay away.

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Bloomington, Illinois
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3 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 June 2013

I'm a recent fan of Thai food. Decided to give Big Bowl on Ohio St. a try. I am glad I did! It was an excellent experience. The waiter asked us if it was our first time there, afterwards he went through the menu and gave his recommendations for first timers. The waiter was great! Incredible customer service, friendly, and... More

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Kalamazoo, Michigan
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36 reviews 36 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

This has become our favorite restaurant when visiting Chicago. The food is fresh and deliciously prepared. It is very family friendly.

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Muscat, Oman
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2013

Visited the place with a friend and found it quite nice. Food was amazing and so was the service. Liked their concept of choosing the meats and veggies from the counter. Will certainly visit again on my next trip to Chicago.

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Stockholm, Stockholms Län, Sweden
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

We found this restaurant just off the Mag Mile. Very high quality ingredients that you can taste. Great service, good menu. We enjoyed it so much we went back the next night too, which we never do. Their build-it-yourself stirfry bar was packed full of fresh veggies (some organic. Extremely well priced for the quality of food received ($12-14 per... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 via mobile

I discovered this place in the Water Tower Place food court. I enjoyed the honey chicken and noodles. It was better than the average foodcourt Asian food.

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Caernarfon, Wales
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8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

Visited quite late in the evening but we were greeted by friendly staff. A great choice of chinese or Thai food on the menu. All ingredients used were fresh and tasty. Well worth a visit.

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